This book/CD takes the concept of the drum dictionary to a new level: 100 grooves for drums and bass that explore every style of musical performance are written and recorded for maximum impact. The concept of combining the drums and the bass truly makes this a unique and definitive resource for all percussionists. Video also […]

This method features transcriptions from the DCI video GENE KRUPA: JAZZ LEGEND (VH0129). The first section of the book presents Krupas drum method which combines individual snare drum techniques with basic drum set applications. The second section contains transcriptions of Krupas performances from the video.
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A study of the language of Brazilian rhythms and songstyles. Part I deals exclusively with Brazilian percussion instruments, with a de scription of each instrument and its rhythms, songstyles, technique s and applications. Part II addresses the drum set. Each rhythm is presented separately with background information, musical examples and exercises.
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The definitive book on Pythonography. More than a fan’s companion, it is a well- researched guidebook to understanding the brilliance behind Python.
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Meet Tommy Womack, musician/author/car wash attendant and his band Government Cheese. Cheese Chronicles is a must-read for every wannabe musician, every kid who ever sang into a hairbrush or played lead coat hanger with the Rolling Stones blasting from the AM radio. (color and b/w photos; softcover)
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Author Gary Peterson says, -I enjoy a good twisted story.+ Hellhounds is full of good, twisted stories, beginning with blues great Robert Johnson’s legendary pact with the devil. Hellhounds spans over seven decades and includes acts such as Elvis Presley, Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison, Kurt Cobain, […]

When Dean Boland noticed a marquee announcing an upcoming concert by a band called The Jehovah’s Waitresses, he began a fifteen-year quest to find out the why, how, and what behind rock names. The result is an alphabetical listing of over 600 rock bands — from AC/DC to ZZ Top. Bands listed span over four […]

An introduction to alternative country music, No Depression is a unique book that covers this varied topic called, -alternative country music.+ Straight from the mouths of Waylon Jennings, Steve Earle, Robbie Fulks, Chip Taylor, Waco Brothers, Cheri Knight and many more. (b/w photos; softcover)
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This is a must for all Elvis fans. Designed to stun even the most dedicated fan, this book reveals a lot of the King’s secrets and questions surrounding his life and career. It is a handy guide which can rest on your own throne and answer almost any question about Elvis you can dream up. […]

This is the only sourcebook dedicated to the alternative country movement — a movement the Chicago Tribune aptly described: -If you think of country music as big hair, big hats, and slick production, then clearly, you+ve missed out on the alternative country revolution.+ b/w photos; softcover
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